MUDBUSTERS 96001 Arctic Cat Wildcat Trail Fender Flares Installation Guide

: June 3, 2024
: MUDBUSTERS

Table of Contents

MUDBUSTERS 96001 Arctic Cat Wildcat Trail Fender Flares
Installation Instructions
Hardware List
References
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MUDBUSTERS 96001 Arctic Cat Wildcat Trail Fender Flares

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Thank you for purchasing MudBuster’s fender flares for the Arctic Cat Wildcat Trail models! We manufacture the best-selling fender flare kits for UTVs and side by sides! All MudBusters products are made in the USA, and these fender flares are manufactured from high-quality American-made material. Your new extended fenders are designed to deflect debris and reduce the amount of mud that typically gets thrown from the tires into unwanted areas. They can withstand a lot of abuse, but they are not designed for crash protection, absorbing impacts, rollovers, or uprooting trees. If you have an accident or if you happen to damage your fenders, order discounted replacement fenders by phone (for existing customers only). Unlike other manufacturers, you do not have to buy a complete set if you damage just one fender.

IMPORTANT:
Some of the images in the instructions below may differ from the actual product. In our continual effort to increase customer satisfaction, we may change the style, material, and/or hardware to serve you better. If your fenders get slightly distorted while in transit, apply pressure to the distorted areas to straighten them out before installation.
Use caution when drilling into the factory panels of your vehicle. Make sure that you do not penetrate the surrounding parts or the chassis (unless instructed). Self-tapping screws and push rivets are included as an effective and easy way to fasten the fender flares to your machine. However, you can use other methods of securing our extended fenders to your vehicle as well (i.e., rivets, misc. hardware, etc.). Remember, it may be helpful to have a friend assist you with the installation.

Unboxing:
Carefully open your package from the box’s top (or bottom) by removing the staples with a flat-head screwdriver or plyers. Slide the fenders out of the box and make sure that any staples do not scratch your fenders. MudBusters are formed to fit your machine but shipped in a narrow box. You may find it necessary to apply pressure and re-bend some of your fenders for a better fit. Don’t worry, they’re very durable and will not break from re-shaping them!

Note:
Using a larger drill bit may allow the fender to come off when riding! The rivets need to be a tight fit to secure the fender flare to the fender. We recommend a 21/64” drill bit.

Note:
Max coverage set shown. Smaller sets (Mud-Lite, or Race-Lite) may have less hardware in the front of the front fender or the lower front of the rear fender than pictured. In these cases, it may be helpful to use the rear mounting locations first for installation ease.

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Installation Instructions

Front Fender Installation

Locate the factory hardware circled below in (Figure 1) and (Figure 2). Remove and set aside.
Place the fender inside the wheel well and finger-tighten the hardware you just removed (circled below). Mount the fender as seen in (Figure 3) and (Figure 4). Note: If the lower bolt is too short, a longer 25mm bolt is included.
Have a friend apply pressure to the upper inside corner of the fender flare while you drill the holes shown in (Figure 4). Then insert (1) 3/4″ bolt with a washer on both sides and a lock-nut in each hole.

NOTE:
You will notice the front fenders have this tab CNC cut into the fender. This tab serves as an extra mounting point if you ride in very muddy conditions. Simply bend the tab up, mark the hole on the inner fender, drill, and insert (1) 3/4” bolt with a washer and lock-nut on the inside.

Rear Fender Installation

Remove the 2 bolts and 2 screws shown below in (Figure 5) and set them aside.
Wiggle the brake light assembly until you have enough clearance at the top to insert the rear fender (Figure 6).
After inserting the rear fender, reinstall the bolts and screws securing the brake light to the body.
Press the fender flare up against the bottom of the wheel well, drill 3 holes, and insert 3 push rivets per side (Figure 7).